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musicologist

American  
[myoo-zik-ahl-uhj-ist] / ˌmyu zɪkˈɑl ədʒ ɪst /

noun

  1. an expert in musicology.


Example Sentences

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For musicologist Kehrer, the infusion of rap, reggaeton and K-pop in the top Grammy categories reflects changes in the composition of the Recording Academy's voting group.

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

The man who says this is Francesco Lotoro, a passionate Italian pianist, composer and musicologist.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026

Forensic musicologist at Boston's Berklee College of Music Joe Bennett has analysed hundreds of Eurovision finalists, identifying two dominant musical styles.

From BBC • May 10, 2025

On her sprawling new album, pop’s foremost musicologist explores country music’s history and leans into its wit, style and pageantry.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2024

Following the footsteps of his late father, musicologist John Lomax, Alan has taken his recording equipment to six continents in search of the rapidly disappearing musical treasures of the world.

From 100 New Yorkers of the 1970s by Millard, Max